Some people say that Cen Wenben is so because of Yuan Tiangang's words. Yuan Tiangang once met him and said that he would be a big official in the future. But? Skeleton asymmetry, long life and short life? , that is to say, Cen Wenben can't afford this blessing, and his days are not long after he became a big official. However, this statement is only anecdotal and cannot be fully believed. Cen Wenben did this more for his own consideration.
Cen Wenben has kept a very low profile since he became an official in the Tang Dynasty. He doesn't want to show off, let alone participate in court disputes. Emperor Taizong admired his talent and character and wanted him to be the teacher of the Prince of the East Palace. It stands to reason that anyone will be particularly moved by such a rare opportunity before him. After all, after being the teacher of the prince, there will be opportunities for the apprentice.
Can CenWenDa don't think so, he didn't want to gather together this lively, also have no ambition, really can't refuse reluctantly agreed. Therefore, when Emperor Taizong appointed Cen Wenben as Prime Minister, he felt even more insecure and worried, which made Emperor Taizong trust and value him more and more.
However, a year after becoming prime minister, Cen Wenben went to Liaodong with Emperor Taizong, and died on the way, which just confirmed Yuan Tiangang's words. Cen Wenben really died shortly after becoming a big official. Emperor Taizong felt very United for this, but unfortunately he was a good official with integrity and both ability and political integrity.